Literary analysis is the hardest writing mode to teach. Narrative, research, and argument? Got those covered. But literary analysis? Oof.…
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Imagined Life: A Feel-Good Podcast about Failure
Life is hard. Plans fall apart. People disappoint you. And yet… My latest obsession – Wondery’s Imagined Life podcast –…
I Just Met Susan Glaspell
Haven’t heard of her? You’re not alone. Last week, I came across Susan Glaspell’s short story, “A Jury of Her…
If (When?) Coronavirus Attacks Your School
UPDATE: This blog post was written at the beginning of the Coronavirus/COVID-19 outbreak in the U.S. Obviously, things have changed…
What I’m Teaching This Week: 1/4-1/8
After two weeks of R&R, I hope everyone’s batteries are fully charged because the alarm clock has no mercy. My…